1965 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 134 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Xterra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |